So you been watching my livestream and wondering what gear I am using?
Well, wonder no longer. I am about to let the cat out of the bag in the hopes to inspire you to get on and create.
I like to make life as stress free as possible, especially when playing music. Needless to say, for me an elaborate set up just wasn’t going to cut the mustard. I really like to plug and play without having to worry about all the bells and whistles.
So I have to thank my mate Jamie for the red hot tip on the mixer - I would never have found the “Roland GO:MIXER PRO” without his suggestion.
The “Roland GO:MIXER PRO” was the perfect option for me, it is basically a plug and pay. Can be powered by the phone or batteries. Simple controls and plugs straight into the phone - no particular phone settings required. Oh and it is tiny!
Remember! Do not let lack of equipment give you an excuse to not give live streaming a go! Your crew needs you! You can get your party started with just a good internet connection and your phone with phone mic.
Here is a good list of all the stuff I use to get a livestream happening:
Roland GO:MIXER PRO
Sure Beta 58 Microphone
D’Addario Microphone & Instrument Cable
Mic Stand
The old pick holder
The Maton Performer Guitar (most of the time)
Stool
Tripod
Iphone 11
Ipad w/ On Song App
Ipad holder
Ring light 18”
Extension leads/power board
Reminder post-its with question of the week and quote of the week!
The thing I love about livestream is everyone has an opportunity to have input into the show as it unfolds. We have running jokes and I seems to be reaching people in a way that I never expected.
If you had told me how much I would love doing this, I would have started ages ago! Let’s be honest, I was a bit nervous about doing anything like this. I realised my mindset was getting in the way…
Mindset is the biggest barrier to taking action, so here is my two bobs worth for others wanting to give live streaming a try:
Get out of your own way - stop making excuses and do it already!
Be real - don’t try to be anyone other than yourself
Don’t dwell on mistakes - we human, and when you watch back you will realise they were hardly noticeable
Most importantly allow yourself to have some fun!
Here are some gear links if you want to explore further:
Guitar: https://maton.com.au/product/the-2015-performer
Microphone: https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/beta_58a
Cables: https://www.daddario.com/products/accessories/cables/instrument/custom-series-instrument-cable/
Mixer: https://www.roland.com/au/products/gomixer_pro/features/
Ring Light: https://www.amazon.com.au/Dimmable-Lighting-Portrait-Shooting-Carrying/dp/B07VDCR4KS/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=ring+light&qid=1600070762&sr=8-8
Here are some podcasts that helped me:
DIY Musician Podcast:
https://podcast.cdbaby.com/2020/06/258-taking-your-live-stream-to-the-next-level/
https://podcast.cdbaby.com/2020/05/256-live-stream-sucess-pt-1-dawn-beyer/
https://podcast.cdbaby.com/2020/05/257-live-stream-sucess-pt-2-henry-invisible/
